Russell Reservoir Dam

Low HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Not Required

Location

StateNew Hampshire
CountyCheshire
Nearest CityHARRISVILLE
River/StreamTR MINNEWAWA BROOK
Coordinates42.92770, -72.14550

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height12 ft
Dam Height12 ft
Dam Length275 ft
Year Completed1923 (103 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage141 acre-ft
Max Storage141 acre-ft
Normal Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area11 sq mi
Max Discharge1,450 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerTOWN OF HARRISVILLE
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection11/28/2018
Emergency Action PlanNot Required

Identifiers

NID IDNH00064
Federal IDNH00064
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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